Caesar Salad with Caesar Salad Dressing
Why settle for store-bought when you can whip up a fresh and flavourful Caesar salad in minutes? With its perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and savoury flavours, this homemade version is simple and satisfying!
Serves: 2
Preparation time: 15 – 20 minutes
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
- 1 large head of Romaine lettuce (washed and chopped)
- 1 cup croutons (store-bought or homemade)
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
For the Homemade Caesar Dressing:
- ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yoghurt
- 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp anchovy paste or 4-5 anchovy fillets, minced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt & pepper
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
How To Make Caesar Salad with Caesar Salad Dressing
For the Dressing:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, anchovy paste, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly to emulsify the dressing.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and mix until smooth and well-combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.
- Cover and refrigerate the dressing for at least 30 minutes.
For the Salad:
- In a large salad bowl, add the chopped Romaine lettuce.
- Drizzle the homemade Caesar dressing over the lettuce, tossing gently to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle the croutons and grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Toss the salad again and serve immediately.
Chefs Tip: For the best texture, use fresh Romaine lettuce and chill it before serving. This keeps it extra crisp and refreshing. If you have time, make your own croutons by toasting cubed bread with olive oil, garlic, and seasoning. When making the dressing, slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly to create a smooth, creamy texture that won’t separate.